2 Kings 6:31 meaning

During a time of severe famine in Israel, King Jehoram becomes increasingly desperate as the siege of Samaria intensifies. In his frustration and anger over the horror unfolding in his city, including the cannibalism that a woman describes, he turns his wrath towards the prophet Elisha, blaming him for the calamity. His dark vow to kill Elisha reflects a profound misunderstanding of his own people's sinfulness and the consequences of their actions. Instead of recognizing the spiritual root cause of their suffering, Jehoram seeks a scapegoat in Elisha, much like Ahab did before him.